lingered
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But she also drew the ire of Boyle Heights residents exasperated over the noxious smells that lingered in the wake of a massive fire at a cold-storage warehouse.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 8, 2026
The smell of smoke lingered in the air.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 20, 2026
Those summer clouds that had darkened the atmosphere among fans had lingered into the start of this Nations League campaign.
From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026
Inflation has lingered at levels well above the central bank’s target of 2.5% for a long time, and officials are now indicating they can no longer afford not to act.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 25, 2026
His mocking, wide smile lingered, and Molly shuddered at the chill that crept down her spine.
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
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